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bentonite clay
Heaving bentonite can cause problems for builders and homeowners.
Build Expert Advice 

The Dangers of Building on Bentonite

March 26, 2023March 26, 2023 Jon Williams 6237 Views 2 Comments bentonite, building, construction, home builders, homeowners

Colorado has seen significant issues with heaving soils under roads and structures, caused by the wetting of the bentonite clay

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Outdoor Living 

Personal, Functional Design Continues to Drive Outdoor Living

March 11, 2022March 24, 2023 Editorial Staff 239 Views 0 Comments design, homeowners, outdoor living

Designers, builders and contractors working on outdoor designs, need to create functional spaces, giving homeowners a sense of peace.

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The Homebuyer 

Energy Costs on the Rise for Homeowners

January 11, 2022March 24, 2023 Editorial Staff 244 Views 0 Comments energy costs, energy efficiency, homeowners

With energy costs on the rise, homeowners who use natural gas to heat their homes, costs this winter will increase

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Remodel 

Lack of style leads outdoor remodel triggers

October 17, 2021March 24, 2023 Editorial Staff 387 Views 0 Comments homeowners, landscaping, outdoor living

Like the boomers before them, the size of the millennial generation gives them outsized influence on trends, including design influences

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The Homebuyer 

Homeowners crave home gyms

August 30, 2021March 24, 2023 Editorial Staff 348 Views 0 Comments builders, homeowners, remodeling

A survey by the National Association of Home Builders found that 47% of home buyers say having an exercise room

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What builders need to know about fiber internet

July 10, 2021March 24, 2023 Hayley Selden 372 Views 0 Comments builders, construction, homeowners, infrastructure, utility system

Changing homeowner habits will force new infrastructure needs. Fiber internet speeds are important groundwork for homeowners’ future devices.

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Remodel 

Goodbye DIY

June 11, 2021March 26, 2023 Editorial Staff 277 Views 0 Comments construction, design trends, homeowners, remodeling

The kitchen and bath industry will more than make up for the losses of 2020, according to research from the

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Materials 

The perfect steel siding options for a Colorado home

April 26, 2021March 24, 2023 TruLog 356 Views 0 Comments building materials, homeowners, remodeling, siding

Steel siding is an excellent option for homes located in Colorado for a number of reasons. With terrain and climate

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Outdoor Living 

Homeowners prioritize privacy, even outside

March 29, 2021March 24, 2023 Editorial Staff 355 Views 0 Comments homeowners, landscaping, outdoor living

Outdoor living designs that create privacy for homeowners are extra important now that the neighbors are always home.

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Remodel 

Increased single-family homeownership driving remodeling growth: JCHS

March 26, 2021March 24, 2023 Editorial Staff 241 Views 0 Comments design, homeowners, remodeling

Increasing homeownership, especially single-family housing, is expected to drive remodeling growth, according to Harvard’s JCHS.

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The Dangers of Building on Bentonite
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The Dangers of Building on Bentonite

March 26, 2023 Jon Williams 2
Custom Installed vs. DIY Home Technology
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Custom Installed vs. DIY Home Technology

March 5, 2023 Andy Cochran 0
3 Strategies for Building on Bentonite
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3 Strategies for Building on Bentonite

March 1, 2023 Jon Williams 1
Building Permit Reconciliations
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Building Permit Reconciliations

February 14, 2023 Alan Smith 0

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Women in Green Construction: Promoting a Sustainable Career
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Women in Green Construction: Promoting a Sustainable Career

March 30, 2023 Heather Benjamin 0

Despite multiple challenges for the industry, construction is still very active, and there aren’t enough skilled workers to fill the jobs. Heather

The Dangers of Building on Bentonite
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The Dangers of Building on Bentonite

March 26, 2023 Jon Williams 2
Pinnacol’s nationally recognized apprenticeship program is accepting applications
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Pinnacol’s nationally recognized apprenticeship program is accepting applications

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Kelly Taga to Lead Colorado Division  for Tri Pointe Homes
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Kelly Taga to Lead Colorado Division for Tri Pointe Homes

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